A father’s secrets. A friend’s dangerous talent. A conflict between crime and government. These are the tensions that introduce Stress Point, the first book in Guy Butchers’ Rogue Element Trilogy.
What makes the world of Stress Point distinctive is the range of experiences behind it. Guy Butchers’ racing heritage brings a sense of pace and pressure, while his background in journalism gives the story a grounded edge. Science, metallurgy, international intrigue, and the shadows of the Cold War all contribute to a thriller that reaches well beyond the racetrack.
A Story Built on Pressure
In racing, a stress point is where forces meet and something has to give. It’s a fitting idea for a thriller shaped by secrets, divided loyalties, and decisions with consequences.
The book brings together personal conflict and larger forces. A father’s hidden past and a friend’s unusual talent sit alongside crime and government interests, creating a world where the stakes feel both intimate and far-reaching.
The First Book in the Trilogy
Stress Point opens the Rogue Element Trilogy, introducing the world Guy Butchers has built across three books. For readers who enjoy thrillers with momentum, technical detail, and a strong sense of atmosphere, it’s the place to begin.
Stress Point is available in paperback and hardback, including signed editions. An eBook edition is also available through Amazon. Explore the editions and choose how you’d like to start the trilogy.